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About WNED-TV

WNED-TV consistently ranks among the most-watched U.S. public television stations in prime time. Our popular line-up draws from PBS and various other sources, including the BBC and American Public Television. As a leading producer of single-topic documentaries, our national and regional broadcasts have been seen by millions of people across the continent, stimulating cultural and heritage tourism to the Buffalo/Niagara/Toronto region.

ThinkBright and Well/WORLD TV continues its commitment to quality health and wellness programming. Also in the mix are outstanding news and information shows as well as independent films with a global perspective.

About WBFO-FM 88.7

WBFO-FM 88.7 has the largest radio newsroom staff in the Buffalo/Niagara region. In addition to extensive local and regional journalism, WBFO also features the best of public radio from NPR, PRI, the BBC and American Public Media.

WBFO-FM 88.7 Productions

About Classical 94.5 WNED

Classical 94.5 WNED is a robust full-time service that provides the best of our regional, national, and international classical music scene. Some of public radio’s most knowledgeable announcers curate programming from a music library boasting more than 32,000 CDs.

ThinkBright is the education and outreach arm of WNED | WBFO. This department creates educational materials related to WNED-TV productions, distributes materials to educators and organizations in Western New York, coordinates PBS TeacherLine NY and promotes English and math literacy throughout our community.

I. SummaryDevelops, produces and coordinates the production and pre-production of all associated television and radio needs, including all live or pre-taped TV and radio pledge drives and TOOPS. Coordinate production aspects as they relate to individual station needs. Communicate and coordinate all aspects of campaigns to the following departments: programming, production, engineering, membership, graphics, communications and traffic.

II. Duties and Responsibilities

TV and Radio Pledge drives – Develop and produce all elements needed for the production of all on-air fundraising productions on WNED-TV, WBFO and WNED Classical. Create and maintain green sheets and break sheets; schedule, train and supervise crew and talent; coordinate special guest visits; Coordinate ticket deals; work with off-site closed captioning company; coordinate set any on-air needs with graphics, including pledge stills; and coordinate and supervise studio and field shoots. Work with Senior Director to create roll-in materials, promos, and spots; produce virtual pledge events for national distribution. Assist with production of core pledge programs, and manage related activities such as editing, promos, uplinks, station relations, and talent relations. Develop, create and communicate membership messages to viewers during WNED-TV, WBFO & WNED Classical interstitial breaks outside of pledge, to support year-round fundraising efforts. (80%)

Other Fundraising Productions- Assist in production and development of 7% impact spots for all stations; produce Antiques Homeshow promotion night; video needs for JoAnn Falletta International Guitar Concerto Competition; virtual pledge events for national distribution. Assist with production of core pledge programs, and manage related activities such as editing, promos, uplinks, station relations, and talent relations. (15%)

Other Duties as Assigned (5%)

III. Qualifications

Previous experience in television production.

Previous Development and marketing experience preferred.

Superior verbal and written communications skills.

Superior ability to develop new fundraising events.

Minimum 4 years of television production.

Minimum 4-year college degree.

Must be able to work a flexible schedule which includes working multiple nights, early mornings and weekends.

WNED|WBFO is currently accepting applications for the position of Membership Manager. The job description is shown below. Interested applicants may submit cover letter & resume to:
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OR mail to: WNED HR Dept., 140 Lower Terrace, Buffalo, NY 14202. WNED is an equal opportunity employer committed to excellence through diversity.

Position Title: Membership Manager

Department: Membership

Reports to: Senior Director of Membership

Status: Full-Time, Exempt

I. Summary

Supervises the Membership Associates and the day-to-day operations of the Membership Department. Works with the Senior Director of Membership to execute and track all functions of the annual fundraising plan. Researches, selects, orders and tracks program premium items for all television and radio station on-air fundraising campaigns.

II. Duties & Responsibilities

Monthly % of time

Supervise the daily work of all Membership Associates to ensure outstanding customer service and timely & accurate record keeping.

Sustain and grow WNED | WBFO’s Major Gifts program supporting WNED TV, Classical 94.5 WNED, WBFO-FM 88.7 and ThinkBright & Well/ WORLD in all Western New York and Southern Ontario communities. Work with Senior Vice President at WNED | WBFO, and with major gifts representative at PBS Corporate to develop and expand our Planned Giving (Legacy) program (which includes the Foundation website, on-air appeals, various print material, and yearly events). Work closely with (major gift) Events Manager on the execution of multiple donor events in Western New York and Southern Ontario. Cultivate relationships with individual donors and provide “concierge level” service to WNED | WBFO contributors in various donor groups. Initiate and maintain relationships with other non-profit organizations for project collaborations. Lastly, Director works with various staff on company Capital Campaigns (as applicable).

Working in conjunction with Senior Director, Fundraising & Special Projects for on-air spot acquisition, creation and broadcast.

Coordinate with Project Director, Planned Giving at PBS Corporate to make sure WNED | WBFO is involved in national projects. Keep up to date with PBS Corporate re: current research on donor giving trends.

WNED is currently accepting applications for the position of Director, Foundation & Community Development. Qualified applicants may submit their cover letter & resume to:
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or mail to:

WNED HR Dept.

140 Lower Terrace

Buffalo, NY 14202

WNED is an equal employment opportunity employer with a commitment to excellence through diversity.

Position Title: Director, Foundation and Community Development

Department: Foundation and Community Development

Reports To: President & CEO

Status: Full-Time, Exempt

Position Summary:

To oversee development of relationships with foundations, corporate giving programs, and government agencies; ensure payment and stewardship of major donor commitments to the capital campaign; serve as WNED|WBFO liaison with PBS on program underwriting and funder recognition and to assist and support the work of other non-profits in the region.

Responsibilities Include:

•To oversee the development of grant proposals to local,

regional and national foundations, corporations, and

government agencies for funding projects and undertakings

of WNED|WBFO; ensure that the terms and conditions of grants

are being met within the organization, including interim and final reports

as required by the grantor.

•To assist in the design, implementation and stewardship of capital

solicitation campaigns for major WNED|WBFO projects

•To be the liaison with PBS for all discussions regarding program

underwriting and funder recognition.

•To assist and support the work of other non-profits in the region,

including development of collaborations with WNED|WBFO and guidance

in the development and implementation of capital campaigns.

•Perform other assignments as assigned by the President & CEO.

Qualifications and Education Required:

•Bachelors Degree

•Minimum five years experience in writing and communications, sales or fundraising with particular emphasis on grant writing for non-profit organizations.

The reporter is responsible for compiling, writing, producing and delivering news stories, interviews, features and other elements. Responsibilities include updating the station’s website, producing multimedia content and preparing other program elements. The reporter will also contribute to collaborative news-gathering activities, including the development of long-range series and enterprise stories. The reporter will also be trained to serve as a fill-in anchor.

Supporting WNED ǀ WBFO

When you make your membership contribution, consider becoming a WNED ǀ WBFO Studio Partner. Your contribution becomes an automatic monthly withdrawal on your credit card or bank account. Set it and forget it! It takes little effort, and your dollars will go a long way to support the programming you love on WNED ǀ WBFO. When completing your pledge click on the box to automatically renew your pledge annually. WNED ǀ WBFO does not sell, rent or trade its membership lists with political organizations. WNED ǀ WBFO does on occasion exchange its membership list with like-minded not-for-profit organizations, to reach new audiences and potential members. For more information, please review our official List Exchange Policy.

WNED ǀ WBFO is a trusted public media resource that enriches its audiences by providing educational, entertaining programming and services, as well as engaging the Western New York and Southern Ontario communities through cultural and civic involvement.